Nabe News
Like Jeremiah, I too have noticed a steady resurgence of panhandling in the neighborhood. Especially younger people who don’t otherwise “look” homeless [Vanishing NY]
In fourth quarter 2008, beer consumption was down 9.3% from the previous quarter. Translation – beer is not recession proof [EV Grieve]
The new restaurant to open at 146 Orchard in April will feature Camille Becerra of Top Chef. All produce will reportedly be “fresh, quality-driven produce from farms in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.” We can likely expect another tourist attraction with an overpriced menu, and gaggles of tv fans [Grub St]
More on the hot mess that is the NYU protest. Apparently, the students involved are suspended [Runnin’ Scared]
The current home of trouble-laden Circuit City in Union Square may soon be replaced by yet another big box entity. A sales associate there reportedly told The Villager that Wal-Mart was interested in the space. Would it have “everyday low prices” or relatively low compared with the rest of the city? [The Villager via EV Grieve]
…And further east, there is a neverending line at Trader Joe’s. Always. Just don’t shop there, people [East Village Idiot]
Recent Stories
Exile on Orchard Street: Tenement Museum Recreates Exhibits During Renovations
The Tenement Museum is amidst a preservation project at 97 Orchard Street, but will continue its programming with replicas not too far away. The 1863-era tenement this past Sunday embarked on “vital” restoration work to preserve its walls, floors, roof, as well as the installation of a new HVAC system that will provide improved climate […]
Former Home of Stanton Social on the LES Hits Market for $5.9M
Stanton Social has been in the grave for nearly four years. Now, its former home is back on the market. The two-story building – located at 99 Stanton Street in Hell Square – carries an asking price of $5.9 million. B6 Real Estate Advisors is listed as the exclusive brokerage for the property, which has […]
DOT to Pave Pock-Marked Pell Street; Sheds Removed
Pell Street is finally on deck for a resurfacing, forcing numerous Chinatown businesses to dismantle their street shed annexes. Those who operate outdoor dining sheds along Pell Street received notice this week from the Department of Transportation to dismantle structure ahead of scheduled street repaving. This small neighborhood street – which once terminated at Division – […]
Immersive ‘Squid Game’ Experience on the Lower East Side
Netflix smash, Squid Game, is coming to real life. On the Lower East Side. In the fall, international gaming company Immersive Gamebox will take space inside 81 Essex Street, the big-box building occupied by the International Center of Photography. Its primary experience will be a multiplayer game built around the Squid Game series. The immersive […]
Owners of Gertie Eye Market Street for ‘Jackie’ (Updated)
Huertas and Gertie meet for Jackie. That is the narrative for a new restaurant in Two Bridges that features the owners behind both aforementioned establishments. Indeed, Nathan Adler and Rachel Jackson (principals behind Brooklyn’s Gertie) are planning a new Italian-American restaurant at 42 Market Street. The fourteen table concept, dubbed Jackie, will feature “good food […]
